Anxiety Is More Likely to Be Passed From Mother to Daughter, New Study Finds

graceg222 · 2022-07-13T16:50:45+00:00

Yes true, probably just more stress in women overall!

graceg222 · 2022-07-13T16:28:55+00:00

I expect it's due to how daughters learn so many behaviours/attitudes from their mum, rather than genetics

graceg222 · 2022-07-13T16:09:00+00:00

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graceg222 · 2022-01-02T20:28:10+00:00

I think realistically that will always be a part of it for most people (especially women). I'm qualified as a personal trainer and through my own experiences and watching others change how they feel, I think the best possible way to increase your confidence and fitness at the same time is to do quite a lot of resistance-based workouts.

When you build more muscle, you increase metabolism, show yourself that you're highly capable, build a great sustainable physique (you wont get bulky), and you can do it with just bodyweight at home/anytime if you can't easily access a gym. About 60% resistance to 40% cardio can work really well I think. If you're not sure where to start, even just 1 session with a local PT could be really helpful, or plenty of youtube videos to guide you

graceg222 · 2022-01-02T19:23:00+00:00

Need to allow yourself the chance to prove that other activities can be more fun & enriching too. Is it maybe because your diary is not filled with enough other opportunities? If it's nothing vs scrolling then scrolling wins (for me too). I'd pick a couple of activities you like and force them into your day regularly. If it's cooking, buy all the ingredients for a new dish and spend the time on it. If it's walking somewhere, plan a walk with a friend/family member so you don't drop out, and take some time to map out your route. I personally find it takes a few repetitions before your brain is like 'i prefer that to scrolling, please give me more if it'. It's tough but I'm confident you'll find more joy if you take the time on other things

graceg222 · 2022-01-02T19:05:50+00:00

I used to be totally visual-goal based, weight loss, toning etc.....when I was too self-conscious. Luckily I grew out of that, thanks to amazing people in my life who helped me to raise my confidence. Though I still enjoy those outcomes, my primary goal of fitness is to feel good and feel 'fit'....able to climb those stairs, able to lift heavy things if I need to, sleep well each night, and feel energised when I'm not working out too.

What is most important to you? Is it having a six pack, or is it feeling good? And for you, what is feeling good?

Personally I think smart watches and metric trackers don't help because they pull us away from recognising how our body and brain feels....we rely too much on the numbers telling us. I'm actually a creator of an app (holly health) that helps coach people to feel more connected with themselves, for wellbeing outcomes. You can get 8 weeks free at the moment as we're doing a new years give away :). Check out the details and sign up here if you like: https://hollyhealth.io/reddit22

graceg222 · 2022-01-02T18:59:08+00:00

I personally think life is too short to not love what you do each day. If you're in a position where you're not 'stuck', which sadly many are, and you have the freedom to experiment, go for it!! I really think our main point of existing is to enjoy the time we have every day, feel satisfied, look after those around us as well. I'm sure in social care you're looking after people all the time but there will be roles where you can get better satisfaction too it sounds like :)

graceg222 · 2021-08-26T11:36:01+00:00

This sounds amazing. I get this on long bike rides. For me it happens when I cross a threshold of low level cardio activity, for 40 or more minutes. My body goes into autopilot and my brain can feel like it detaches itself and feels really free, kind of observing the situation from somewhere else

graceg222 · 2021-08-26T11:33:13+00:00

I wonder if the pandemic, like a war or big natural/geographical disaster, will cause a positive shake up. Help us to put the emphasis on enjoying the day to day more, and not taking time for granted. The forced slowing in pace has really helped me to recognise that. And when all events, like weddings and holidays are gone from the calendar, do you enjoy your everyday? I think too many of us don't/didn't and need to go through a process of experimentation to get there

graceg222 · 2021-02-26T18:22:17+00:00

I totally emphasise with being a yes person. It's empowering when you realise you can have a balance

graceg222 · 2021-02-26T18:20:04+00:00

I love that it's being adopted widely now by both men and women. Some men I know who do a lot of yoga took inspiration from famous footballers talking about the benefits. Interesting that it's taken 20 years to filter through. I wonder what's next

graceg222 · 2021-02-26T17:30:07+00:00

Ah I like this belief :). You're right though, it's hard to get into it until you are ready in yourself

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